Of course people would rather represent their country, I do not think there is any disputing that, but I dnt see how a compromise cant be found. Why do we have to be "unfair" to anyone. Even if the players lucky enough to be selected for their countries were allowed to reg and blind out of other events, such as stud, horse, etc it would still be a way to allow them a shot at poty. Obviously it is not ideal, but it seems a fairer approach.
Winning the Team Champs is about pride, in that no-one is playing for the money. It would be nice to have further opportunities to break even on what can be a very expensive long weekend.